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A 48-year-old overweight woman who is getting hot flashes, doesn’t sleep well, and no longer feels desirable is on medication for sleep and high cholesterol. She is slightly depressed and wants to feel like herself again, as well as regain her self- esteem. Her vision might look like this:

My vision for my life and health are:

•I see myself 30 pounds lighter in a beautiful, form-fitting dress. I am cool and calm yet energetic. I feel sexy and vibrant. My sleep is deep, and I control my cholesterol with healthy food that I really enjoy. My activities are stimulating, make me feel good and I lose weight. I feel great and enjoy my newfound health and lifestyle. It is easy and effortless. Now I have the confidence and clarity to start that coaching business I have always wanted to, and I can write about my success and share it with others.

Achieving this vision will impact my life in the following ways:

•Physical — energy, better sleep, no medication side effects, fit into clothes

•Emotional — improved self-esteem and confidence opens more opportunities in both my personal and professional life

•Financial — decreased risk of heart attack and other disease related to weight, less money for medication and doctor’s visits to monitor it; I can start a business that is both personally and financially fulfilling

•Social — better relationship with husband and children because I am sleeping better and more refreshed; I feel better able to get out and network for my business

•Other — in going through this process I am learning more about myself

A 52-year-old male is balding, developing a paunch, and lacks motivation. He is losing his edge at work due to his memory not being as sharp and clear. Stress levels are high, and he finds it hard to keep up. He was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure, and the medications are dampening his sex drive. He now has borderline diabetes and his joints ache, so he is tentative about exercise. All of this is demoralizing and he doesn’t know where to start.

My vision for my life and health are:

•I see myself fit, mentally sharp and clear, and as competitive and capable as ever. I am trim and fit as well as energetic with a satisfying sex life. As the pounds slip away, I find I no longer need medication and my health is fantastic. Fitness and health have become my lifestyle, and the more I do, the more I am capable of doing. I ask for and get a promotion and can get that Porsche I always wanted. I have an ample amount of money to send my kids to a good college, which will relieve a lot of my stress.

Achieving this vision will impact my life in the following ways:

•Physical — mental quickness and clarity, competitive edge, strong, fit, energetic

•Emotional — improved self-esteem and confidence, less stress, better sexual relations with my wife

•Financial — I’ll ask for that promotion and get make more money

•Social — status, family cared for

•Other — I feel like myself again and now want to do some philanthropic work